Houseplants can be a great addition to any household, providing vibrancy and colour to your rooms.
A gardener has shared a series of houseplants for people to add a bit more “greenery into their homes”.
Houseplants expert Fiona Jenkins recommended investing in snake plants for people who are new to caring for houseplants.
She said: “Snake plants are very easy to care for and can survive in most light conditions; just don’t keep them in complete darkness or extreme direct sunlight.”
Snake plants are “quite forgiving” and will not suffer as much if you forget to water them.
When watering, the expert advised: “Check the soil to see if it is dry. If it is, top it up with some water, but avoid overwatering.
“You can keep a snake plant looking beautifully fresh easily by simply wiping any dust off the leaves. You only need to do this every now and again when you notice a dust build-up.”
Another good choice is devil’s envy, often sometimes known as golden pothos, hunter’s robe, or Ceylon creeper.
Fiona said: “This is one of the most popular houseplants among people wanting to bring a bit of greenery into their homes.
“It can quite happily live in darkness and shaded areas, so it’s perfect for an indoor plant. It makes a great climbing or hanging plant.”
Devil’s envy is very “quick to grow” and “tolerant in all lighting conditions”, but does thrive when in bright sunlight.
It is very easy to spot when the houseplant needs watering as “the leaves will begin to start curling”.
Devil’s envy is a popular choice with houseplant owners
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Fiona recommended: “The silver vine, which is growing in popularity as a houseplant. Again, this is a brilliant climbing or hanging plant for beginners.
“Although it is mostly accustomed to warmer climates, this plant can also cope well in cooler homes. The speckled leaves on this plant are unique and bring a lot of beauty.”
The houseplant’s leaves will also begin to curl when it requires water, so it is another good choice for people who may forget to water their plants.
Another expert shared how to spot if houseplants are dying and how to save them.
